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Show (The (Turns-3- 1 Page B8 Thursday, July 26,2001 nbrpniiunit Drought may be factor in rattlesnake sightings tions, particularly with huIn mo.--t cases, rattleman.-. snakes will he heard before being seen. If you hear a Specialist answers questions about rattlesnakes rattle, stand snake bite treatment WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I ENCOUNTER A ILKTILE-SNAKE- i Ansurr by Terry Mi s.s mer, Utah State Unwersity Extension Wildlife Resource SptTiahst Rattlesnakes can be found throughout Utah in sagebrush, r woodlands, sand dunes, rocky hillsides, grasspihon-junipe- lands and mountain forests They live at elevations of less than 1,000 feet and at timber-linand everywhere in between. In recent weeks, many people have reported encountering rattlesnakes in areas where they have not been seen before. One reason for increased visibility is the current drought, which may make snakes prey more scarce in their traditional habitats. Because of this, snakes move to other areas in search of prey. This can increase the chances of snakes coming into contact with humans. Other reasons for seeing snakes include increased dis- still until you can locate the sound Do not run or jump These actions may only put you within the snakes striking range. In general, bites from venomous snakes should be consider J lift threatening. If you are bitt n by a x enomous snake, the surrounding tissue will almost instantly show signs of swelling and discoloration. A tingling sensation and nausea usually accompany these symptoms. When someone has been bitten, time is of the essence If possible, call ahead to the emer- can gency room so be ready when the victim arrives. Do the following things as you take a snakebite victim to receive medical care: Keep the victim calm, restrict movement and keep the affected area below heart level to reduce the flow of venom. anti-veno- fected area will swell. Cover the bite with a clean, moist dressing to reduce swelling and discomfort. Monitor the victim's vital m Wash the bite area with soap end water. Remove any rings or con- stricting items since the af signs. These include pulse, temperature, breathing and blood pressure. If there are signs of shock, lay the victim flat and cover with a warm blanket. Bring the dead snake with you if this can be done without further risk of injury. Do not allow the person to engage in physical activity such as walking or running. Carry the victim if he or she needs to be moved. e Mopping up under the bridge Cleaning up first from last week s showers Moab public works personnel help K Sue Corporation, under contract with the city, get started on construction below Mil1 Creek Bridge on 500 West, where they plan to lay concrete Photo by Cactus Shepherd Report: Pace of Utah's economic growth is solid nom.e sluppishness in the U S and throuphout North America. Kyen as I'tahs prowth pace has slowed, it remains among the nat ion's strongest. The state's jobless rate has Tin pur e of uiioiim growth hill has been solid, if uri'pei tar ul. ir, so far this vear, arcorrl-- l n to (fit Siiiiian r 2001 issue of amis Hank s Insipht newsletter released .1 u 1H i Itl I v nt in n An exf n i ted ' S anil to more averaped North Ameriunpiessixe can economic growth later this Near ami next s,oulil result in the tv.eef'iiomN growing it a slightly f.cster dip next your," said eunsull-anled Throdgnld, to ions Hank and author of Iniiphl "I tail's tight Libor mar kit will continue, with many employers struggling to find skilled woik' is The hip' unknown is to whu cxti nt another possible surp'e hi ( aliform. i out migration oul'l translate into more rapid I tali prow tli m Miming years. Ti.e ijiiartc rly Insipht features updates on current and proec ted economic and fin.inci.il developments for the slate of Utah, the InUimountain Ki pioii, and the nation The Summer 2')0 issue aiso features a look at the expected economic impact a the hahy boomers appto.ich retirement. Following are a few highlights from the I 'tab Kcononia Outlook" sec tion of the Summer 2001 issue, Kconomic growth in Utah fias out inued at a solid pace dur inp 2001, in line with (tie stable I prowth rate of rcent year-to-dat- e - t puhli-catio- 7 pe .5 This rate compares to the 3 2 percent uyerage last year, which was just above- the lowest unemployment rate in 50 years. Observers curre ntly expect net Itah employment to rise by 2 2 percent to 2 6 percent in 200 i, following by 2.4 percent to 2 H percent giowth in 2002. These gains would he comparable to 2000s 2.7 percent growth pace-- hut half the vigorous 5 3 percent average annual pace during 199d to 1997. 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